Opening Doors
Also known as: People First of Norfolk
Opening Doors is a user led organisation run by people with learning difficulties for people with learning difficulties. Our mission is for all adults with learning difficulties in Norfolk to be confident individuals, controlling their own lives and making their own decisions, with support from people they trust. Opening Doors provides training and other services to professionals, and others.
Activities & Mission
Opening Doors is a user led organisation run by people with learning difficulties for people with learning difficulties. Our mission is for all adults with learning difficulties in Norfolk to be confident individuals, controlling their own lives and making their own decisions, with support from people they trust. Opening Doors provides training and other services to professionals, and others.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £248,107 | £295,509 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £270,759 | £307,074 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £279,957 | £311,071 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £256,841 | £244,695 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2021 | £305,689 | £219,895 | 0 / 26 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Opening Doors
What does Opening Doors do?
Opening Doors is a user led organisation run by people with learning difficulties for people with learning difficulties. Our mission is for all adults with learning difficulties in Norfolk to be confident individuals, controlling their own lives and making their own decisions, with support from people they trust. Opening Doors provides training and other services to professionals, and others.
How much income did Opening Doors report in 2025?
Opening Doors reported total income of £248k and reported expenditure of £296k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Opening Doors registered as a charity?
Opening Doors was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 1997 as charity number 1060002. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Opening Doors?
Opening Doors is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Oliver James Marshall. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Opening Doors operate?
Opening Doors operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Opening Doors a registered charity?
Yes — Opening Doors is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060002.
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- 30 July 2026
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